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MIT Career Advising and Professional Development (CAPD) empowers students to think big picture about their career interests and goals, then supports them through every part of the journey, from research, resumes, and career fairs to interviews, job offers, and salaries. Watch the CAPD Orientation to learn how our office can help your student explore careers and prepare for internships, jobs, and graduate school. We also invite you to learn more about our programs and services and meet CAPD staff.


Johnson & Johnson’s Access-Ability Lime Scholarship

Designed for current college students with disabilities who are pursuing a Health Care or STEM degree at a four-year university or college in the U.S. 2025 Applications will open on August 1st.

This scholarship is delivered in collaboration with our …

By Kendel Jester
Kendel Jester Assistant Director, Early Career Engagement
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Public Speaking Certificate

The Writing & Communication center is piloting a brand new Public Speaking Certificate program this June! This free program offers graduate students a structured pathway to becoming effective and versatile speakers across diverse settings.

Through a series of interactive workshops, personalized …

By Tara Thakurta
Tara Thakurta Graduate Community Fellow
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Building a Network: Digital and In-Person Strategies for Students, Recent Graduates, and Postdocs

The following article is from Trevor Cambron’s post for the MIT Communications Lab

Networking. For some it is a loaded word that induces a visceral sense of dread, while for others it is a natural part of the workday. In …

By Tara Thakurta
Tara Thakurta Graduate Community Fellow
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5 tips to make your break count

We hope that you’re getting ready for a rejuvenating break, whether you’re preparing for a UROP, interning, volunteering, or taking a break.

Whatever your summer plans, consider these five simple but helpful tips:

1. Whatever the structure of your break, …

By Lydia Huth
Lydia Huth Communication and Program Manager
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2025 CAPD FAQs for Family & Supporters

During Campus Preview Weekend 2025’s Parent Programming, members of the CAPD staff shared information with parents and supporters. View the recording and access the presentation below. Also see our FAQ section below for questions we have received from parents and …

By Kendel Jester
Kendel Jester Assistant Director, Early Career Engagement
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Featured Resources

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Hire a MIT micro-intern

Process More information and frequently asked questions

Handshake 101: What it is & how to use it*

CAPD is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for everyone we serve. If you need any disability-related accommodations to …

Offer an industry job shadow

Industry job shadows help MIT students explore their career options

Industry job shadows are in-person opportunities for MIT first years …

Parentaly provides free resources and tools for expecting employees, working parents and HR leaders to help navigate the parental leave …